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Manchester Area Senior Citizens Center is holding a garage sale on Saturday, July 26, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., according to J.W. Conlin, president of the organization. He said it would be held rain or shine that day at the MASC building, 810 Emerson Street. “There will also be hamburgers, hot dogs, potato chips and drinks available that day,” Conlin said. He encouraged “everyone to come by and check things out” Next month, on Aug. 9, there will be a supper and a gospel singing with the “Singing Gospel Group” from Whitwell and “The Cathey’s” from Manchester on the program. Conlin said that every day a different menu is held at lunch time at MASC, Monday through Friday. It begins at 11:30 each day. The luncheons are available for a donation of $3 for members and a $4 donation for non-members. He also said everyone is invited to come to MASC each Tuesday and Thursday evenings to play bingo at the center. It begins at 6 p.m. and runs until about 8 o’clock. Additional information about MASC and its activities may be obtained by calling the center at 728-3460.
The South Central Human Resource Agency will be giving away the U.S.D.A. surpus food (commodities) on Friday, Aug. 8th, 2008 at the Fred Deadman Park (the Barn) from 10:00-2:00 the U.S.D.A. emergency food assistance program is available to all recipients regardless of race, color, and national origin, age, sex, or handicap. Those wishing to receive the surplus food must be certified and have the “Gray” identification card. For more information contact Brenda or Linda at (931) 723-5118 or come by the office located at 300 Hillsboro Blvd, Manchester, TN. (next to the Coffee County Jail). The surplus commodities that will be given away depending upon their availability.
19th Annual NSSHA Mid-Season Horse Show to be held July 25 & 26, Coffee Co. Fairgrounds The National Spotted Saddle Horse Assotiation, headquartered in Murfreesboro, TN, will present their 19th Annual Mid-Season Horse Show, Friday & Saturday nights, July 25 & 26, at the Coffee County Fairgrounds, Manchester, TN. The show is an annual event, with the same date and location, throughout the years. Show time is 6:00 p.m. each night. Admissions is available at the gate, with children age 6 & under being admitted free. For more information regarding the event, you may visit the Association’s Web Site, www.nssha.com for class information, or you may call the NSSHA office at 615-890-2864, or locally on the days of the show at 931-728-7474.
Chapter 883 of the National Association for Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will meet July 29th at noon, at the Western Sizzlin restaurant in Tullahoma. Guest Speaker will be Judd Mathney, State Representative. Members and interested persons are urged to attend.
Rhoton Family Reunion, Decendants of Coleman & Della Rhoton Lakeview Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 1067 Rhoton’s Chapel Rd., Manchester on Saturday, August 9, 2008 Covered dish lunch starting at noon. For more information call Ginny (Rhoton) Stephens at 931-857-9245 or Vicki Rhoton at 931-857-3373.
The Cooper Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting on July 26, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. All those interested in the preservation and upkeep of the cemetery are encouraged to attend. The meeting is held at the Cooper Cemetery in Pocahontas, Tennesssee. In case of rain the meeting will be held in the community center. For more information call 931-728-5550. Donations may be mailed to: Cooper Cemetery Association, 1935 Sixteenth Model Road, Mancheseter, Tennessee 37355.
Giant Indoor Yard Sale Thursday & Friday 8-3 Goosepond Methodist Church Ladies 7170 Woodbury Hwy. in Fellowship Hall Lots of everything. Toys, Health & Beauty aids Stockpile Sale.
The Calvin C. Brewer #2505 Chapter of the UniteD Daughters of the Confederacy meets each second Wednesday of the month at 11:00 a.m. at the Oak Restaurant in Manchester. The meeting is open to the public. For information relative to joining the UDC please contact Jo Allen Phillips at 728-6337 or Johnnie Turner at 723-4133. Our next meeting is scheduled for August 13th. Please come and join us.
The Living Water Church VBS Planned on August 4-8 The Living Water Pentacostal Church, 806 Oakdale Street, is planning a Vacation Bible School starting August 4, according to Mrs. Patty Clouse, the pastor’s wife, who leads the school for one week. She said the school begins at 6:30 p.m. each evening until August 8. “We will have a program for all the parents on Sunday evening, August 10, beginning at 5:30 p.m., “ Mrs. Clouse said. “Our theme this year is ‘Living on the Word of God’” she said. “Classes will be held for all age groups. Brother Rick Clouse is the church pastor.
Benefit Fundraiser for Jimmy “Tooter” Barnes Funeral Expenses BBQ Plates-Rib Plates Auction - Bake Sale All Donations are greatly appreciated. Saturday, July 26th 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Asbury Community Center 5 miles Manchester on Asbury Rd. Contact Bobby Hodges for more information 596-2815 after 5 p.m.
Friends & Decendents of Mimie & Charlie Medley & Aubarn & Ruby Matlock are invited to a Reunion at the home of Mavis Matlock on July 26, 2008. From 10-2. Bring a covered dish and enjoy being with everyone. 40 Calls Road Hillsboro Tn. 931-596-4850.
The Manchester Support Group meeting will be held on Thursday, July 24 2008 at 12:00 p.m. at Autumn Oaks located at 1621 McMinnville Hwy., Manchester. This month the group will have a time of caring and sharing. Lunch is courtesy of Autumn Oaks. Anyone caring for a loved one suffering from memory impairment and confusion is welcome to attend. All meetings are free of charge. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease or about the meeting please call the Alzheimer’s Association at 455-3345.
The Forest Mill Church of Christ of Christ at 3366 McMinnville Highway, Manchester is sponsoring an AARP Driver Safety Class for mature drivers. The two-day class runs from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, August 5th and 6th. Audio visual techniques are used to make the class more interesting and informative. Tennessee law requires insurance companies to discount auto insurance for qualified drivers 55 and older who complete this class. Contact your insurance company for details. There is no testing or driving involved in the class. The fee for this course is $10.00 which includes all materials. Register early. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. Please call Loyd Ackerman at 931-728-9952.
Manchester Church of God, 413 Oakdale Street, will be hosting Aaron & Amanda Crabb, July 27 at 6:00 p.m. Everyone welcome.
Amazing Grace Chapel Full Gospel Church on Highway 56 South in Altamont is happy to announce their new pastor Terry Grissom of True Vine Ministries. Bro. Grissom has been in the ministry for 17 years. He is an evangelist, gospel singer and songwriter. He has written and performed many songs including Little Lost Lamb. He continues his evangelistic work along with pastoring Amazing Grace Chapel. Church services are held each Sunday at 2 p.m. Pastor Terry Grissom and congregation extends a warm welcome to everyone.
Splash into Jesus Vacation Bible School July 24-26. Thursday & Friday 5-8 p.m. and Saturday 10-1 p.m. The Church of God at Pelham Valley in Alto. Classes for all ages, refreshments, crafts, and time to splash into wet fun! Everyone welcome, for more information contact coordinator Heather Lawson (931) 224-8141. The church is located at the corner of Old Alto Hwy. And Roarks Cove Rd. in Alto.
You’re Invited to the Valley Home United Methodist Church at Highway 41 South between Pelham and Wonder Cave June 29, 2008. Sunday School 10 a.m.service 11 a.m. The speaker is Bill Inzer and the Topic will be Saved from a life of Drug Addiction. The singers, The Blessed will be performing and lunch will be served after the Main Service!
Rhoton Family Reunion, Descendendants of Coleman & Della Rhoton. Lakeview Baptist Church Fellowhip Hall at 1067 Rhoton’s Chapel Rd. Manchester on Saturday August 9, 2008. Covered dish lunch starts at noon. For more information call Ginny Rhoton Stephens at (931) 857-9245 or Vicki Rhoton (931) 857-3373..
Apostle Dr. Edmond James, Chancellor and President of the ApostOlic School of Ministry of North Alabama is pleased to announce that the school of Ministry has been granted ‘Fully Accredited Member’ status by the Transworld Accreditation Commission International (TAC). Classes for the 2008-2009 school year will begin on August 11, 2008. Registration will be on August 4, 2008 from 6-9 p.m. and on August 11 from 4-5:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Monday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. The Apostolic School of Ministry of North Alabama is located at 2520 Winchester Road, Huntsville, Alabama 35810-1598. asm-na.org
Clint Black Benefit Concert September 27th at 7:00 p.m. Franklin County High School Tickets on sale July 25th Proceeds go to the Multi-County Cancer Support Network.
Red Cross Chapter Makes Plea. A plea for financial donation is being made by the Treis County Chapter of the American Red Cross if it is to be able to continue serving Frinaklin, Coffee and Moore counties, according to executive director Alice Cano.
Jenifer Austin Benefit - A benefit concert featuring country music star Collin Raye will be held Aug. 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Franklin County High School Auditorium. Tickets are $20 and go on sale at Citizen’s Community Bank, the event sponsor. For more information contact Sheri Shells at 967-3342.
Hopewell Reunion The biannual reunion of the former students, teachers and other personnel of the Hopewell School in the Pocahontas Community of Coffee County will be held Saturday, August 30, 2008 at 11:00 A.M. at the Pocahontas Community Center. For further information, contact Elanor Warrick Lynn at 931-728-1184. Hope to see you at the reunion!
Tennessee Sales Tax Holiday Friday, August 1- Sunday, August 3. Consumers and retailers can call (800) 342-1003 Monday through Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. or E-mail at salestax.holiday@state.tn.us
Tullahoma Confederate Association, Camp 72 Sons of Confederate Veterans and Kirby-Smith Chapter #327 U.D.C. Bronze Monument dedication Beginning at 8:15 P.M. Saturday, July 26, 2008 at the Tullahoma Confederate Cemetery. The Tullahoma Confederate Association will be dedicating the monument to the Tennessee Confederate Soldiers buried there and to the POWs and Civilians of the area killed by the Union Provost Marshalls. A luminaries will be lighted to represent each of the Tennessee Soldiers, POW’s and Civilians. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the event, everyone invited.
CAROBENE RETIRES AFTER 36 YEARS OF STATE SERVICE The Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Deputy Commissioner Joe Carobene has retired after 36 years of service to the State of Tennessee.
Grief Support Program 2nd Tuesday of each month 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the Coffee County Funeral Chapel’s new reception room. Lunch will be provided following the meeting. Anyone dealing with the loss of a loved one is welcome.
Gospel Meeting You’re Invited to the Valley Home United Methodist Church at Highway 41 S. between Pelham and Wonder Cave on July 29, 2008. Sunday School 10 a.m. Service 11 a.m. Bill Inzer will be speaking about the topic saved from a life of drug addiction. The Blessed will be singing and lunch will be served after the main service.
Telephone Support Group for CareGivers Recognizing that many people who care for and support persons with dementia cannot leave their loved ones to attend one of our many Support Groups; the Mid-South Chapter is now offering a Toll-Free Telephone Support Group. Made available on the 4th Monday of each month from 2-3 pm: Each call is free and confidential; the facilitator will ask what town you are calling from and our relationship to the person you support (i.e. spouse, daughter, etc) but not your name. You can give and get support from others having the same challenges. You can call Toll-Free from your own home. You will learn about resources in your community. You can have your questions answered by professionals. Date: 4th Monday of each month. Call 1-866-296-6505. Password: 8335456 Please place your call at 1:55.
Autism/Asperger Support Network DW Wilson in Tullahoma 6-8 p.m. the last Thursday of each month. We offer support and resources for family as well as community members who are interested in helping the Autism community. Contact Brandi Moreno @ Family Counseling Center @ 723-0811 or Gena Graddy @ 931-632-0042.
IS ELVIS REALLY DEAD? No, and we have ascertained the truth about what happened! Learn in depth details regarding the whereabouts of Elvis and the hot spots to go say hi and hear a wonderful little tune. Saturday night is Bigfoot night. Get together with other Bigfoot hunters and learn about the latest local spottings. Also learn how to handle the media in the event of a successful photograph of the famed creature. The location is Elvis Headquarters of the Royal Suede Shoe Society, 55 Patterson Lane, Lynchburg TN.
Coffee County farmers market is open each Saturday from 7 am until noon. It is located under a pavilion on Fort Street behind the Farm Bureau building. Local grown vegetables and fruits are sold. Flower and vegetable plants are also available.
luncheons daily at MASC Monday thru Friday at 11:30 at 810 Emerson Street. Bingo will be held Tuesday and Thursday evenings starting at 6pm. Lunch cost is $3 donation for members, $4 non-members. Call 728-3460 for more info.
family support group meets every Monday Night at 6, at Bradford Health Services, 1601 McArthur St., Manchester. Free to anyone who is dealing with family members who are abusing drugs or alcohol. For more information call: Bradford Health Services 931-728-4442.
Come join the runnin’ kind band every Saturday Night 8-11pm for your listening and dancing pleasure at the Coffee County Veteran Association Building. 130 Shelton Rd. Manchester, TN. Please visit www.therunninkind.com/news to get mapped out directions to the club. Admission is $5.00 per person. Children under 12 are free.
Donations Needed Tax Exempt 501 (c) (3) organization needs Financial donations/charities to accomplish volunteer activities planned for 2008 year-round for more information please visit www.naturevolunteercare.org or call 931-455-5968.
NEED ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR JOB SEARCH? If you are 55+ and looking for work contact: Margaret Colby at 931-723-4287 for assistance. The senior community service employment program is administered under contract through the South Central Human Resource Agency.
TOPS, Take off pounds sensibly group meets on Thursdays at 5:30 pm at the Ragsdale Church of Christ. If you would like to lose weight, please join us!